Kodomokatei Agency Hosts First Event at KidZania Tokyo Focusing on Youth Voices

Experience the Role of a Public Relations Officer at KidZania Tokyo

From January 23rd to 29th, 2024, the Kodomokatei Agency will host a special limited-time event at KidZania Tokyo located in Koto City, Tokyo. This initiative titled "Challenge the Role of a Children's Opinion Office Public Relations Officer - Let's Deliver Everyone's Voices to Society" marks the agency's inaugural presence in KidZania.

At this event, children will engage in the creative process of producing promotional posters for the "Children and Young People’s Opinion Plus" initiative. This hands-on experience will allow them to express their thoughts and learn how to effectively communicate with society. Additionally, a quiz rally themed around the "Children's Fundamental Law" will be held, where kids can enjoy learning through solving quizzes.

Event Overview

Event Period

- Dates: January 23, 2024 (Friday) to January 29, 2024 (Thursday)

Location

- Venue: KidZania Tokyo

Event Title

- Title: Challenge the Role of a Children's Opinion Office Public Relations Officer - Let's Deliver Everyone's Voices to Society

Program Content

1. Limited-Time Pavilion: Children's Opinion Office
Participants will take on the role of a public relations officer, brainstorming methods to convey their opinions to society. They will select words and illustrations to create original posters, culminating in a presentation of their work which embodies the entire process of expressing and disseminating opinions.

2. Quiz Rally
Participants will navigate through the venue while engaging with quizzes related to the Children’s Fundamental Law. Those who answer all questions correctly will receive exclusive clear files and shimmering stickers as rewards.

3. Exclusive Activities
At the "Job Consultation Center," children can create reports about their experiences at the Children’s Opinion Office.

Note: Media coverage is anticipated during the event, and participant interviews are being arranged.

Background of the Initiative

The "Children and Young People’s Opinion Plus" program is a collaborative effort by the Kodomokatei Agency and various governmental departments, aimed at listening to the voices of children and youth through diverse methods. By incorporating their perspectives into policies and systems that affect them, the initiative aspires to foster a society that prioritizes the well-being and interests of children.

Creating opportunities for children to feel these experiences firsthand is crucial. Child-oriented environments like KidZania Tokyo, where children can actively participate in social activities, seamlessly align with this project. The goal is to inspire kids to learn the importance of holding and expressing their opinions, and to understand the joy that comes with it.

A Message from the Kodomokatei Agency

The Kodomokatei Agency is committed to realizing a "child-centered society" in which the voices of children and young people are respected and prioritized, in accordance with the Children's Fundamental Law and the Children's Basic Plan. It is essential to establish environments where children and youth can confidently express their thoughts. Through initiatives like "Children and Young People's Opinion Plus," we actively listen to the opinions of children ranging from elementary school students to young adults, and connect these insights to policy-making.

We sincerely hope that by engaging with this event at KidZania Tokyo, children will garner firsthand experiences of expressing their thoughts and appreciate the significance of integrating youth voices into policy frameworks. We invite the media to help convey the value of this initiative to a wider audience and foster greater awareness around its importance.

For more details on the "Children and Young People’s Opinion Plus" initiative, please visit:

This event is not just about play; it's a vital engagement designed to empower the next generation through communication and understanding.